5Rho Oph
5Rho Oph
5Rho Oph is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 5Rho Oph.
Located approximately 361.2 light-years from Earth, 5Rho Oph resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
5Rho Oph is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +4.57, 5Rho Oph sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.227.
Physikalische Eigenschaften
| Spektralklasse | B Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Farbindex (B−V) | 0,227 |
Beobachtung
| Scheinbare Helligkeit | +4.57 |
| Absolute Helligkeit | -0,65 |
| Entfernung | 361 ly |
Position
| Rektaszension | 16h 25,59m |
| Deklination | -23° 26,83′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 5Rho Oph?
5Rho Oph is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 5Rho Oph from Earth?
5Rho Oph is approximately 361.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 5Rho Oph with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.57, 5Rho Oph is visible to the naked eye.